Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

CIRCET ITALIA S.p.A.; Chieti; In loco; EUR 110.000 - 125.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading telecommunications company is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer based in San Giovanni Teatino, Italy. This strategic role involves defining and implementing an IT security vision, managing risks, and ensuring data protection. The candidate must have a Master's degree in Computer Engineering, extensive experience in large companies, and fluency in English. This full-time position does not allow for remote work, as it plays a key role in driving the company’s technological innovation and digital transformation.

Competenze

• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Extensive experience in large, structured companies.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (ISO 27001, GDPR).

Mansioni

• Define and maintain the cybersecurity strategy.
• Coordinate risk management, compliance, and IT audit activities.
• Implement solutions for data protection and incident response.
• Drive the company’s digital transformation and technological innovation.

Conoscenze

strategic vision

excellent communication skills

ability to manage IT teams

Formazione

Master's degree in Computer Engineering

Descrizione del lavoro

This is a full-time, on-site role located in San Giovanni Teatino (CH), with no remote working option.

In a context of strong growth and innovation, Circet Italia is looking for a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) who will play a strategic role in managing information security and supporting the company's digital transformation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for defining and implementing a comprehensive IT security vision, working closely with various business functions to ensure the protection of data, infrastructures, and applications.

Main Responsibilities

• define and maintain the cybersecurity strategy in line with international standards and applicable regulations
• coordinate risk management, compliance, and IT audit activities
• implement solutions for data protection, identity & access management, and incident response
• collaborate with operational sites to ensure consistency and alignment of security policies
• manage relationships with external vendors and technology partners
• continuously monitor threats and vulnerabilities, proposing corrective actions
• drive the company’s digital transformation and technological innovation
• oversee the IT infrastructure, including networks, systems, ERP, and internal applications
• define technological roadmaps and IT investment plans
• support the General Management in strategic decisions related to technology and security.

Requirements

• master's degree in Computer Engineering
• fluent in English (written and spoken)
• extensive experience in large, structured companies, preferably with operations across multiple locations.
• in‑depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (ISO 27001, GDPR).
• expertise in IT governance and project management.
• experience in managing teams with multidisciplinary IT backgrounds (preferred).

Key Skills

• strategic vision and the ability to anticipate technological trends
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• outstanding ability to mediate between business needs and technological constraints.

This position is full-time based in San Giovanniatino (CH) and does not provide for remote working.

Location: San Giovanni Teatino (CH).